Osteopathy
OSTEOPATHY
What is Osteopathy?
Osteopaths consider each person as an individual, treating all ages. The patient as a whole is examined and evaluated. If considered suitable for treatment, the osteopath will then use gentle stretching and mobilising techniques. They will give exercises and health advice to alleviate symptoms, and improve health and quality of life.
Osteopaths strive to eliminate the underlying causes of poor health and function, encouraging better long-term health for the patient. Rather than diagnosing and treating symptoms, the osteopath seeks the causes and treats them, ie: problems that predispose and maintain the condition.
Osteopathy is now recognised by the government with the passing of the Osteopaths Act (1993). All osteopaths are required to register with The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC).
Common complaints
People will seek help from an osteopath for a number of conditions, such as:
- Lower back and sciatic pain
- Neck pain
- Joint pain e.g. hip, knee, shoulder, elbow
- Headaches and migraines
And more.
How can we help?
Cranial Osteopathy
Refined and subtle type of osteopathic treatment that encourages the release of stresses and tensions throughout the body, including the head. It is a gentle yet extremely effective approach and maybe used in a wide range of conditions for people of all ages, from birth to old age.
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Through gentle 'hands-on' manipulation of the musculoskeletal system, we can remove pressure on nerves and improve blood flow and lymphatic drainage to areas of the body to promote healing.
Sporting Injuries
Athletes frequently struggle with acute and chronic conditions. We can discuss the cause of the problem and help to improve overall wellbeing whilst playing sports.
MEET OUR TEAM
Our friendly team is highly qualified, having each completed at least a four year degree, with some going on to specialise with extra training. We are happy to treat all ages from babies to the elderly, aiming to improve quality of life for all.
ANDREW HILLS
Osteopath
Treatments available on Mondays 2.30 pm - 8.00 pm & Wednesdays 8.30 am - 5.30 pm.
Andrew qualified at the British School of Osteopathy in London in 1988 and practised as an Associate in Tonbridge, Kent from 1988 to 1998. Andrew joined the Parrock Street Practice in January 1989 and took over ownership in May 2004.
He has lectured on post-graduate involuntary motions studies course (cranial course) since 1995 at the British School of Osteopathy lecturing on the anatomy of the skull, cranial patterns, child birth and the treatment of children.
He has special interests in cranial osteopathy, the treatment of children and pregnant women.
Andrew also works at the Chalkwell Road Practice, Sittingbourne on Monday mornings, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday mornings.
ROSSANA HILLS
Osteopath
Treatments available on Thursday mornings.
Rossana qualified at the British School of Osteopathy in London in 1989. She joined the Parrock Street Practice in January 1990 as an associate before taking ownership with Andrew in May 2004.
Any problem of a musculoskeletal origin can be treated with osteopathy, the most common problems being those associated with low back conditions, neck and head pain, repetitive strain injuries and sports injuries. Rossana also specialises in cranial osteopathy.
Outside of work, Rossana enjoys spending time with her and Andrew's three children and walking in the Kentish countryside with their dog.
Rossana also works at the Chalkwell Road Practice, Sittingbourne on Wednesdays and Fridays.
SALLY PATTEN
Osteopath
Treatments available on Monday mornings and all day Tuesdays and Fridays.
Sally qualified in 2012 from the European School of Osteopathy and started working at the practice in September 2013.
She specialises in gentle fascial release and cranial techniques.
JASMINE CHAPMAN
Osteopath
Treatments available on Mondays 4pm - 8pm and Saturdays 1.30pm - 5.30pm.
Jasmine joined the Parrock Street Practice in July 2017.
She studied at Swansea University and graduated with First Class Honours in 2016. At university, Jasmine worked within both private and NHS clinics and gained great experience in the management of chronic pain.
Joint hypermobility is a particular interest of Jasmine's in which she completed a dissertation.
Jasmine also treats dogs and horses and studied animal osteopathy at the ESO, gaining a post-graduate certificate in 2017 and a post-graduate diploma in 2018.
In her spare time, she enjoys playing the piano and guitar and likes going to the gym.
ALEKSANDRA IVANOVA (ALEX)
Osteopath
Treatments available Saturdays from 08.30am to 12pm.
Alex joined the Parrock Street Practice in July 2017.
She graduated from the British School of Osteopathy in 2015 and obtained a Masters degree in Osteopathy.
Currently Alex is studying a second Masters degree in Musculoskeletal healthcare and rehabilitation at the University College London (UCL). Most of the teaching takes place at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital.
Alex also works in North Hampshire where she provides treatment for NHS patients with back and neck pain.